Miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant death in an oil‐polluted region of the Niger Delta, Nigeria: A retrospective cohort study

Oghenetega, Onome Bright; Ana, Godson; Okunlola, Michael A.; Ojengbede, Oladosu

doi:10.1002/ijgo.13259

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“…The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is currently home to at least 123 gas flaring sites, which has made Nigeria one of the top greenhouse gas emitters in Africa (Bodo and Gimah 2020;Oghenetega et al 2022). According to Oghenetega et al (2020), there is evidence to suggest that both oil spills and gas flaring have a negative impact on the health outcomes of mothers and newborns. Exposure to gas flaring over a prolonged period, such as in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, can lead to a rise in health anomalies among local residents, according to Adinkwu et al (2020).…”

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“…The authors have further pointed out that these oil spills pose significant health risks to human beings, including the development of derma-toxic diseases, cancer, and high rates of neonatal and child mortality. A study conducted by Oghenetega et al (2020) established a correlation between oil pollution in Nigeria's Niger Delta region and higher rates of miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant mortality. The long-term effects of oil pollution on marine ecosystems and their resilience remain a critical area of concern for researchers and policymakers.…”

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Survey of wastewater issues due to oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria: a secondary data analysis

Ewim,

Orikpete,

Scott

et al. 2023

Bull Natl Res Cent

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Background This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the issue of wastewater due to oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, which has led to significant environmental and socioeconomic consequences for local communities. The study employed a secondary data collection approach, drawing on various sources, including published research articles, reports, official records, and satellite imagery. Main body of the abstract Through a systematic review and synthesis of the available literature, the paper identified key challenges, mitigation and remediation strategies, policy recommendations, and areas for future research. The findings of this study revealed that the existing regulatory framework has not been fully effective in preventing and addressing oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta region due to factors such as weak enforcement, inadequate resources, and overlapping responsibilities among regulatory agencies. Moreover, existing measures for oil spill response, clean-up, compensation, and remediation have had limited success, leaving affected communities to continue suffering from the impacts of oil spills and pollution. Short conclusion The paper highlights the potential of innovative approaches and technologies, such as advanced oil spill detection and monitoring technologies, bioremediation, and renewable energy, to enhance the effectiveness of mitigation and remediation efforts. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of collaboration and cooperation among various stakeholders, including government agencies, oil companies, local communities, civil society organizations, and international partners, in addressing the challenges posed by oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta region. Based on the findings, the paper presents several policy recommendations, such as strengthening the regulatory framework, enhancing transparency and accountability, promoting community participation and empowerment, and encouraging investment in sustainable development and clean technologies.

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Survey of wastewater issues due to oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria: a secondary data analysis

Ewim,

Orikpete,

Scott

et al. 2023

Bull Natl Res Cent

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“…Environmental pollutants such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are released when oil is spilt, and gas flared [1]. Several authors have reported that living in areas polluted by oil have adverse effects on human health [5][6][7][8][9][10][11].…”

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Exposure to oil pollution and maternal outcomes: The Niger Delta prospective cohort study

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Background Maternal exposure to oil pollution is an important public health concern. However, there is a dearth of literature on the effects of maternal exposure to oil pollution on maternal outcomes in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. This study was therefore designed to determine the effect of maternal exposure to oil pollution on maternal outcomes in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Methods Prospective cohort study design involving 1720 pregnant women followed from pregnancy to delivery was conducted. The participants were 18–45 years old at a gestational age of less than 17 weeks, who attended randomly selected health facilities in the areas with high exposure and low exposure to oil pollution in the Niger Delta, Nigeria. Data were collected using an interviewer-administered questionnaire and review of medical records from April 2018 to April 2019. Multivariate log-binomial model was used to examine the effect of maternal exposure to oil pollution on the risk of adverse maternal outcomes adjusting for sociodemographic, maternal and lifestyle characteristics. Results A total of 1418 women completed the follow-up and were included in the analysis. Women in high exposure areas had a higher incidence of premature rupture of membrane (PROM), caesarean section (CS) and postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) compared to women in areas with low exposure to oil pollution. After adjusting for cofounders, women in high exposure areas also had a higher risk of PROM (ARR = 1.96; 95% CI: 1.24–3.10) and PPH (ARR = 2.12; 95% CI: 1.28–3.36) in Model I–III when compared to women in areas with low exposure to oil pollution. However, pregnancy-induced hypertension and CS had no association with maternal exposure area status to oil pollution. Conclusion Women in high exposure areas are at a higher risk of PROM and PPH. This calls for policies and intervention toward reducing maternal exposure to oil pollution in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.

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“…The authors have further pointed out that these oil spills pose signi cant health risks to human beings, including the development of derma-toxic diseases, cancer, and high rates of neonatal and child mortality. A study conducted byOghenetega et al (2020b) established a correlation between oil pollution in Nigeria's Niger Delta region and higher rates of miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant mortality. The…”

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Survey of Wastewater Issues Due to Oil Spills and Pollution in the Niger Delta Area of Nigeria: A Secondary Data Analysis

Ewim,

Orikpete,

Scott

et al. 2023

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This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the issue of wastewater due to oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, which has led to significant environmental and socioeconomic consequences for local communities. The study employed a secondary data collection approach, drawing on various sources, including published research articles, reports, official records, and satellite imagery. Through a systematic review and synthesis of the available literature, the paper identified key challenges, mitigation and remediation strategies, policy recommendations, and areas for future research. The findings of this study revealed that the existing regulatory framework has not been fully effective in preventing and addressing oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta region due to factors such as weak enforcement, inadequate resources, and overlapping responsibilities among regulatory agencies. Moreover, existing measures for oil spill response, clean-up, compensation, and remediation have had limited success, leaving affected communities to continue suffering from the impacts of oil spills and pollution. The paper highlights the potential of innovative approaches and technologies, such as advanced oil spill detection and monitoring technologies, bioremediation, and renewable energy, to enhance the effectiveness of mitigation and remediation efforts. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of collaboration and cooperation among various stakeholders, including government agencies, oil companies, local communities, civil society organizations, and international partners, in addressing the challenges posed by oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta region. Based on the findings, the paper presents several policy recommendations, such as strengthening the regulatory framework, enhancing transparency and accountability, promoting community participation and empowerment, and encouraging investment in sustainable development and clean technologies. These recommendations aim to inform and inspire policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders to develop and implement effective strategies for mitigating and remediating the adverse impacts of oil spills and pollution on the environment, local communities, and the Nigerian economy. Finally, the paper identified several areas for future research, including the effectiveness of specific regulatory tools and enforcement mechanisms, the long-term impacts of oil spills and pollution, the potential of emerging technologies, the role of corporate social responsibility initiatives, the impact of public awareness campaigns and educational programs, and the effectiveness of international partnerships and collaborations.

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Miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant death in an oil‐polluted region of the Niger Delta, Nigeria: A retrospective cohort study

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References 18 publications

Survey of wastewater issues due to oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria: a secondary data analysis

Survey of wastewater issues due to oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria: a secondary data analysis

Exposure to oil pollution and maternal outcomes: The Niger Delta prospective cohort study

Survey of Wastewater Issues Due to Oil Spills and Pollution in the Niger Delta Area of Nigeria: A Secondary Data Analysis

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